Recent content by ptolemyworks

What a refreshing post.

This cracks are nothing to worry about. The top coats will fill it all in and bind it together. Just as long as you use PVA or some other plaster primer to control suction.

I've used Relentless Microcement several times. They've got a number of good products. Venetian plaster is sort of a catch all term, and it depends what type you were going to use. It can be made water resistant, but traditional shiny Venetian plaster shouldn't be used in an actual shower. It's...

Hi, this is a very interesting post. May I ask why you are determined to use only natural materials? This is a very common theme with a lot of people, and I'm often left wondering why. Other than esthetic preferences it doesn't make much sense to me. My personal concerns are more to do with...

I'm very late to this thread, but I have to say I agree with Twitcher. He wasn't arguing for the sake of arguing. He was looking for detailed information and explanations and he received vague 'I'm an expert, mate' replies. Most of the replies contained no substance, and were simply assertions...